The Stone Ages Flashcards

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History

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the written record of what has ​happened in the past

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Circa

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about or around

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Primary source

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eyewitness/first hand ​account and is created during the time of study

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Secondary sources

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are records based on primary sources

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Paleolithic Age

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the period of human prehistory that lasted until about 12,000 years ago

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Technology

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the use of skills and ​tools to meet practical needs

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7
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Prehistory

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the period of time before writing was invented.

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Agriculture

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the raising of crops and animals for human use (farming and domesticating animals).

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Turning Point

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A moment when the course of history is changed for better or worse.

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Domesticate

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train plants and animals to be useful to people

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Surplus

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an extra supply of something

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Specialization

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people training to do one particular type of work. (To focus on one skill)

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Trade

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the exchange of goods. (Good for a good, service for a good)

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